The dashboard is cracked which is exposing the airbag
The worst 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Body8
- Airbags6
- Electrical2
- Lights2
- Steering2
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Body8
- Airbags6
- Electrical2
- Lights2
- Steering2
- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
- Driver assistance1
- Engine1
- Fuel system1
- Suspension1
- Transmission1
Recalls 1
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT; Chevrolet Avalanche, Express, Silverado HD, Silverado LD, Suburban, and Tahoe; and GMC Savana, Sierra HD, Sierra LD, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles, manufactured between November 7, 2012, through December 18, 2012, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 102, "Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect", and FMVSS No. 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention." The vehicles may have been built with a fractured park lock cable or a malformed steering column lock actuator gear in the lock module assembly.
- Risk
- As a result, the vehicle may shift from Park with the ignition key removed or the ignition key in the OFF position. The vehicle may also shift out of Park without application of the brake pedal while the key is off. Either of these scenarios may cause the vehicle to roll away after the driver has exited the vehicle, resulting in a possible vehicle crash and/or injury.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the affected vehicles and replace the steering column as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 21, 2013. Chevrolet owners may call 1‑800‑630‑2438. Cadillac owners may call 1‑866‑982‑2339. GMC owners may call 1‑866‑996‑9463.
Recall number 13V001000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 393
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
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- This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
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- This PI Communications information on an alternative product dealers can use to perform 19-NA-255: Wax...
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- New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH
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- This service bulletin provides information on Tire Sidewall Irregularities.
2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.3L 8‑cyl | RWD | 15 | 21 | 17 |
| 5.3L 8‑cyl | 4WD | 15 | 21 | 17 |
What 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
My dealer worked on my AC components in 2015 (not sure of the exact date) to replace the AC controller components, shortly after the repair my dash cracked while sitting in my driveway about to crank the vehicle. On the driver side over the last 3 years it has continued to increase in size and now is cracked completely causing the dash to be two separate pieces. Safety issues and concerns are if a crash occurs will the occupants of the vehicle be safe of sharp flying debris within the cab. My concern is not only for myself but my passengers. I have inquired several times about replacing the part but it was not covered under the extended warranty at the time it initially cracked. Mileage of initial crack was approx 75,000.
Dash board cracked in several places
The adhesive securing the 4 pieces of door trim is breaking down and the trim pieces will eventually fall off on their own, a potential hazard to other motorists depending on when and where it happens. These are supposed to be a no maintenance item. Reported to chevrolet, case # 8-4199057982, and they do not seem to be concerned that this "life of the vehicle" installation is defective as the 3 year bumper-to-bumper warranty is expired. As a principle engineer in boeing's research and technology division (we test stuff to make sure it's safe), my informed opinion is the defect is caused by poor surface preparation prior to bonding, adhesive material used past it's working life, adhesive material past its shelf life, or use of an adhesive material which is not designed for the intended environment. As this same trim is installed on numerous chevy, gmc and cadillac trucks and SUV models any cause other than the first two I listed would indicate a problem with numerous vehicles.
At +/-83000 miles the dash developed a crack leading into the passenger air bag housing. It also is broken and, when driving, loosely vibrating between the instrument panel and the passenger air bag housing. Given the dangers associated with air bags, this is a clear and present danger to anyone in the vehicle.
Dashboard cracking near airbag. Seems to be getting worse the more I drive.
Serious large cracks appearing in plastic dashboard, around airbag and instrument cluster above steering column.
Third brake light not sealed allowing the light to get in moisture and result in failure of light to function as required by law. Manufacturing defect allows this light to fail at any time which could result in vehicle being hit from behind.
. Want my airbags to work if I need them. Recovered a letter in mail today 10/31/2017
Cracked dashboard. Above instrument cluster and on right side by airbag. Vehicle is not driven hard or in 4x4 mode. Only about 7500 miles a year. Treated very well.
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Questions about the 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500
Is the 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 reliable?
Owners have filed 29 complaints about the 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500, fewer than a typical Avalanche 1500 model year.
What is the 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 year score?
The 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 scores 81 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Chevrolet Avalanche 1500: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500?
Body and structure, with 8 complaints, typically around 46,000 miles. Next is airbags (6).
How many recalls does the 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 have?
1 recall, covering power train.
What year does the Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 have the most body problems?
The Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 model years with the most body complaints are 2007 (18 complaints) and 2002 (11 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 get?
Official estimates for the 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 range from 17 mpg combined. The most efficient version (5.3L 8-cyl, RWD) gets 15 city and 21 highway.
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